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Safety Information 

Boating is generally a very safe pursuit, but you do need to pay heed to safety issues, this area covers a few of the most pertinent issues...

Air sea rescue
Air sea rescue
If you, and/or a member of your crew, requires emergency evacuation from your boat a Coastguard helicopter may be sent to air lift you off.
Recovery of Man Overboard
Recovery of Man Overboard
Techniques for man overboard recovery for powerboats and RIBs.
Use your kill cord
Use your kill cord
Don’t let your boat run you over.
Your lifejacket...
Your lifejacket...
...lifesaver or wreath?
What do I do with my time expired flares?
What do I do with my time expired flares?
No-one has ever objected to renewing their flares every three years; it’s an expense, but you really can’t put a price on safety. The issue has been that since 2004 it has become increasingly difficult to get rid of your old flares, meaning that some of us have been inadvertently stockpiling explosives.
What's in your grab bag?
What's in your grab bag?
Lifejackets: when should I wear one?
Lifejackets: when should I wear one?
In recent years, there has been some debate about when and where you should be wearing your lifejacket. Should it be made compulsory?
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Information and Advice

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